How to Read a Photograph

Name: How to Read a Photograph
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9780500295380
Price: 60.99 NZD
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By Max Kozloff and Ian Jeffrey

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How to Read a Photograph by Ian Jeffrey offers a richly illustrated introduction to appreciating photography as an art form. Featuring profiles of over 100 major photographers, including Alfred Stieglitz, Henri Cartier-Bresson, and Paul Strand, the book decodes key images alongside essential biographical and historical context. Each entry provides a concise biography and insightful discussion of notable works, making it an ideal companion for exploring photographic styles and movements through history.
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Format: Hardback

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This book is perfect for both novices and experts interested in the art and history of photography, as well as aficionados seeking a gallery companion to deepen their understanding of photographic works.

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Ian Jeffrey is a superb guide in this profusely illustrated introduction to the appreciation of photography as an art form. Novices and experts alike will gain a deeper understanding of great photographers and their work, as Jeffrey decodes key images and provides essential biographical and historical background.

Profiles of more than 100 major photographers, including Alfred Stieglitz, Bill Brandt, Henri Cartier-Bresson, Walker Evans, Paul Strand and Lazlo Moholy-Nagy, highlight particular examples of styles and movements throughout the history of the medium.

Each entry includes a concise biography along with an illuminating discussion of key works and nuggets of contextual information, making How to Read a Photograph the ideal gallery companion for photography aficionados everywhere.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Amateur Photographer praises the book for making readers feel informed and deepen their appreciation for the craft. Metro describes it as an inspiring and informative appetite-whetter. The RPS Journal finds it a valuable commentary on the contributions of photography enthusiasts, while The Art Book calls it a lush and expansive introduction to the medium's evolution.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780500295380

Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 26 September 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 170.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 1380g

Pages: 448

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Arts & Culture Ian Jeffrey Max Kozloff Non-Fiction

About the Author

Ian Jeffrey is a writer and art historian. He is the author of several illustrated books on the history of photography. Max Kozloff is an American art historian, art critic and photographer. He is former art editor at The Nation, and Executive Editor of Artforum.

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